Full Description:ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
To apply for assistance programs you can go online to the online DHS Financial Support application on this page: http://dhs.iowa.gov/how-to-apply. For help with completing your online application, please contact this local DHS Office.

When you go online, there is an assessment section that lets you know whether you qualify for services. If you qualify you can file the application online.

Medicaid
- Healthcare coverage for children, elderly, and people with disabilities. IowaCare offers limited benefits for adults who are not eligible for Medicaid.
Apply online for any or all of the above
- You may complete an assessment to see if you are eligible. Also, you may apply for any of four programs, and you may complete an unfinished application at this site.
Apply for hawk-i
- The Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (hawk-i) program provides no or lowcost healthcare coverage for children in homes of low or modest incomes.

Tips For Prompt And Professional Assistance1. Make an appointment - Always attempt to make an appointment. Oftentimes this will save you hours waiting in lines. When on the phone make sure you ask for the documentation needed in order to receive assistance.

2. Do not be late for your appointment - This tip should speak for itself.

3. Dress appropriately - If you want to be treated with respect, dress as appropriately as possible. We are not saying wear a suit. Just make sure you and your clothes are clean and non offensive. We have found that clients who dress in this manner have a better chance of receiving aid.

4. Bring all pre determined documentation - Bring all of the documents you were advised to bring from your appointment phone call. Without them, you will not receive aid.

Mission Statement
To help the needy find financial aid and assistance. This nation is going through tough times and providing a helping hand can help make the world a better place.